In this new episode of The Happiness Lab, Dr. Laurie Santos invites Dr. Maya Shankar—author of The Other Side of Change and host of A Slight Change of Plans— to talk about how to get unstuck in life and navigate major life disruptions such as breakups, job losses, and unexpected health diagnoses.
The conversation explores practical ways to lean into change rather than resist it, offering guidance on how to reimagine possible selves and find meaning during periods of uncertainty—especially as a new year begins.
The Happiness Lab explores the latest scientific research and shares surprising and inspiring stories that challenge how we think about happiness. New episodes typically air every Monday.
